River stage
London Locks, Kanawha River
- River level
- 12.54 ft
- Status
- Below flood stage
- Action stage
- 37.00 ft
- Record crest
- 42.90 ft
Last reported 2026-10-13 | NWS LONW2
- Record crest
- 42.90 ft
- Crest date
- 1940-08-15
In brief
The Kanawha River at London Locks, WV read 12.54 ft on Oct 13, 2026, 24.46 ft below action stage.
Source: National Weather Service gauge LONW2
Stage threshold profile
Highest crests on record
Flood crests recorded at this gauge by the National Weather Service.
| Rank | Crest | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 42.90 ft | 1940-08-15 |
| 2 | 32.20 ft | 1934-03-15 |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Kanawha River flooding at London Locks?
No. The Kanawha River at London Locks is at 12.54 ft, 24.46 ft below action stage.
What is the flood stage at London Locks?
Action stage 37 ft is the first threshold.
What is the highest the Kanawha River has been at London Locks?
The highest crest on record is 42.9 ft, on 1940-08-15.
Stage and flood information from the NOAA National Weather Service (gauge LONW2). Last reading 2026-10-13. For flood safety decisions always follow official National Weather Service warnings.